SCHEME FEATURES

Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS): Scheme Features

Objective

• To provide practical training to youth in industry and service sectors.
• To bridge the gap between theoretical education and practical skills required by industry.

Key Features

Eligibility

• Passed ITI, diploma, degree, or certain vocational courses (depending on trade).
• Age generally 14 years and above.

Coverage

• All sectors: manufacturing, services, and trade.
• Covers over 250 designated trades notified by the government.

Type of Apprenticeship

• Trade Apprentices (ITI pass-outs).
• Graduate, Technician, and Technician (Vocational) Apprentices.
• Optional trade apprentices (as per industry demand).

Duration of Training

• Ranges from 6 months to 3 years, depending on the trade.

Stipend

• Mandatory stipend paid by employer.
• Minimum rates notified by the government (revised periodically).
• Example: Currently starts from ₹9,000 per month for graduate apprentices, lower for trade apprentices.

Certification

• Apprentices are assessed and certified by NCVT or respective authorities.
• Certificate helps in future employment and higher studies.

Training Content

• Practical on-the-job training at industry premises.
• Supplementary theoretical instruction (usually one day per week or as prescribed).

Employer Obligations

• Provide proper training facilities and assign qualified trainers.
• Maintain apprenticeship records and comply with Apprentices Act, 1961.

Government Support

• Partial stipend reimbursement to employers in some cases (for fresher apprentices).
• Simplified online portal (Apprenticeship India Portal) for registration and monitoring.

Reservation and Inclusivity

• Provisions to include SC/ST/OBC, women, and persons with disabilities.
• Encourages participation from diverse backgrounds.

Advantages

• Enhances employability.
• Creates a ready pool of skilled manpower for industries.
• Promotes industry-institute interaction.